Kipyegon v Republic (Criminal Appeal 20 of 2019) [2023] KEHC 20152 (KLR) (29 June 2023) (Judgment)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 20152
- Citation
- [2023] KEHC 20152 (KLR)
- Decided
- 29 June 2023
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from a conviction and sentenceCoramRL KORIR
Holding
The Appellant’s appeal against the sentence is dismissed. The Appellant deserves to serve the custodial sentence issued by the trial court.
Facts
The Appellant was charged with delement against a 16-year-old child. He pleaded not guilty and was convicted and sentenced to 15 years in prison.
Issues
- Whether the trial court erred in convicting and sentencing the Appellant
- Whether the sentence imposed is excessive and harsh
Reasoning
The court found the sentence legal and justified given the circumstances and aggravating actions by the Appellant.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Orders
- The Appellant’s appeal against the sentence is dismissed
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Sexual Offences Act
- Criminal Procedure Code
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